How To Fix KY194 - Characteristic value & does not exist (char. value +/- n)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KY - Messages for SAP-EIS: Presentation

• Message number: 194

• Message text: Characteristic value & does not exist (char. value +/- n)

What causes this issue?

You can use a variable in the form 'Characteristic value +/- n'. The
result of the calculation must correspond to a valid characteristic
value. If you enter &V1&, the result of the calculation is &V4&. This
characteristic value does not exist.

System Response

You cannot make a selection for the element (column, row or cell) for
which the current characteristic value was chosen.

How to fix this error?

Check element &V3& in the form.
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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KY194 - Characteristic value & does not exist (char. value +/- n) ?

  The SAP error message KY194, which states "Characteristic value & does not exist (char. value +/- n)," typically occurs in the context of SAP's classification system, particularly when dealing with characteristics and their values in the context of material master data, classification, or variant configuration.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Characteristic Value: The error indicates that the system is trying to access a characteristic value that has not been defined in the system. This can happen if:
  
  The characteristic value was deleted or never created.
  There is a typo in the characteristic value being referenced.
  The characteristic is not assigned to the class or object being processed.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: If you are working with variant configuration, the error may arise from incorrect settings in the configuration profile or class.
  
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing links between characteristics and their values.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Values:
  
  Go to the transaction code CT04 (for characteristics) or CL02 (for classes) and verify that the characteristic value in question exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it.
  
  
  
  Correct Typographical Errors:
  
  Ensure that there are no typos in the characteristic value being referenced. Double-check the spelling and formatting.
  
  
  
  Assign Characteristic to Class:
  
  If the characteristic is not assigned to the relevant class, you need to assign it. Use transaction CL02 to modify the class and add the necessary characteristics.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Profiles:
  
  If you are working with variant configuration, check the configuration profile to ensure that all necessary characteristics and values are correctly defined and linked.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks on your classification data to identify any discrepancies. You can use transaction CL20N for this purpose.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the specific characteristic or value, refer to the documentation or consult with a colleague who has experience with the classification system in your organization.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CT04: Create/Change Characteristic
  CL02: Change Class
  CL20N: Class and Characteristic Overview
  CL01: Create Class
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for KY194 in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify characteristics and classes.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KY194 error and ensure that your characteristic values are correctly defined and linked within the SAP system.